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PTI Security Systems, a provider of access-control and security solutions for the self-storage industry, has acquired Web-design and marketing-services firm Automatit Inc. PTI pursued the deal to enhance its CORE IoT (Internet of Things) cloud platform and accelerate its delivery of end-to-end solutions designed to help storage operators improve the customer experience and operational efficiency, according to a press release.

“PTI and Automatit share a simple business philosophy. Everything we do starts with the customer. Our shared goal is to help bring our customers’ visions to life through innovative technology solutions,” said Franklin Young, CEO of PTI. “We could not be more impressed with the passion of the Automatit team and their long-standing commitment to customer service and product innovation.”

“We are very excited to be a part of the PTI team, and we share PTI’s vision of building a world class end-to-end technology solution,” added Christopher Baird, CEO of Automatit.

Founded in 2001, Automatit will continue to operate under its own brand, the release stated. Based in Tucson, it specializes in marketing services, search engine optimization and Web design for self-storage.

PTI manufactures technology-enabled security solutions. Its product line includes access-control hardware and software, wired and wireless door alarms, and mobile-access solutions. The company has installed more than 37,000 systems in 30-plus countries. It operates through two U.S. locations as well as distributors in Asia, Australia and Europe.